Job Description

Management Accountant

Location:

Hull

Reporting to:

Commercial Director / Group Finance

Department:

Finance

Salary: 45K-50K (depending on experience)

Type:

Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking a proactive and commercially focused Management Accountant to support the financial management of our single-site commercial vehicle and motorhome dealership (20MN Turnover), which operates as a subsidiary of a large and diverse corporate group (600MN Turnover)

This role is responsible for the preparation of accurate and timely management accounts, ensuring compliance with group reporting requirements and providing financial insight to support operational and strategic decision-making at site level. The successful candidate will act as a key finance contact for the dealership while maintaining close alignment with group finance standards, controls, and timelines.

Preparation of monthly management accounts in line with group reporting deadlines and standards Production and analysis of P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow information Completion of monthly accruals, prepayments, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations Detailed financial analysis of dealership performance across all departments (new & used vehicles, aftersales, parts, service, etc.) Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis, with clear commentary for both site management and group finance Preparation and submission of manufacturer composite and performance reports Monitor and control vehicle stock, stock funding, margins, and WIP Ensure compliance with group accounting policies, internal controls, and governance requirements Act as the main finance liaison between the dealership and group finance, auditors, and external stakeholders Support the year-end accounts process and audit requirements Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, controls, and reporting efficiency Provide ad hoc financial analysis and decision support to dealership management

Essential:

Part-qualified or qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent experience) Proven experience in a management accounting role, ideally within a retail or operational business Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial and reporting systems Ability to manage competing deadlines and work autonomously Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to both operational management and group stakeholders

Desirable:

Experience within a motor dealership or automotive retail environment Familiarity with dealer management systems. (e.g. Pinewood, Kerridge, CDK) Pinewood/Pinnacle is preferred is used by the site. Experience working within a group structure with formal reporting and governance requirements

Personal Attributes

Commercially minded with a strong sense of ownership Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with various departments Well organised, detail-focused, and process-driven Confident challenging assumptions and providing constructive financial insight

What We Offer

Competitive salary, dependent on experience Pension scheme and group benefits Exposure to both hands-on site finance and group-level reporting A stable, well-governed environment with opportunities to add real commercial value
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person